~Shawn Case~

Insa and Valentine's Day for Singles!!!

2009-02-04T13:12:00.002-05:00

You know I gotta have the grey one!!!

Absolute perfect mentality. Looking for love in all the wrong places. Go pick one up at INSA.

Cops are funny

2009-02-04T13:10:00.004-05:00

DHS doing it's best during the Bush Administration. Good job guys.

"Sweet Coraline, bu bu bum,...."

2009-02-04T13:00:00.004-05:00

Check these out!

So only a hundred of these hand made kicks are available. They were designed the the guys doing the new film "Coraline". If they win your heart jump over HERE to snatch up that glow in the dark sole.

Come on,....

2009-01-30T07:50:00.000-05:00

Listen, this is all I can say about this car. Can whoever is doing
this please beat the shit out of it until it is totalled next time.
This pussy ass break the window steal my change and kick my tail light
out for fun is getting old. Just destroy it or if you see someone
attack my car, help them finish it off. Damn I am done with January.

Very unhappy

2009-01-15T12:50:00.002-05:00

I could get really emo and complain that I am sick, work has cut backhours, car is still not fixed from the first accident, still single, (last one not much of a complaint), and now some dumb mutherfu€ker broke into my car last night to only still the change out of it. Granted it was a crown royal bag full of coin (~$250) but u left the blackberry, the pradas, and my CDs!? Crackhead!

New Obama Limo?

2009-01-15T12:36:00.002-05:00

This sparkling new Limo was traveling west on H st at 10 am on
Wednesday morning. It was empty but had a ton of protection
surrounding it. Maybe this is the new V for O.

Cover it, Protect it, with steez

2009-01-15T12:26:00.003-05:00

What sucks about finding out about these is I just drop the money and bought a new case for my iPhone 3G. Good thing they offer artwork on gelaskins for all my other toys. With all the sick designs, I wish I had more than one phone to sport.

Colab DC stores x OBAMA

2009-01-15T12:16:00.004-05:00

These shirts will be available next week for the big event. If you would like one of these you should go check out the guys at Stussy and Commonwealth in DC. Good Luck!!!

Interesting way to protect the Laptop

2009-01-15T11:58:00.007-05:00

The guys over at iamhumannow.com have come up with some very innovative and beautiful designs to help protect you precious laptop. You can even have a custom design done for you fleet of geeky-porn-carriers.

I was first introduced to these by killahbeez.com

Bernard Hopkins @ the water club in Atlantic City.

2008-10-15T21:04:00.001-04:00

Watch him fight this weekend!

Leaning on my car!!!!

2008-10-11T16:48:00.000-04:00

Get off fatty!!! I set the alarm off. Go take a lap and loose the gut!

2008-09-27T02:41:00.000-04:00

Obama mobile

2008-09-25T17:35:00.000-04:00

been a while

2008-07-29T10:51:00.003-04:00

So I have been crazy busy, or just a procrastinator. I will think about that later. A ton has happened. Buy a car it gets hit. Design a ring get dumped. Start a company lose a friend. Become single well,.... all smiles this week!

So for the most part nothing really shocks me. Maybe I have been numbed but this surprised me.

Broken windshield

2008-05-12T02:51:00.001-04:00

Ok for insurance reasons this is the story I remember but I was drunk.
So a spider was crawling across the windshield and one person in the
car wanted it dead. I hit it open handed relatively easy and it
shattered. Unbelievable! So now we are looking to have it replaced.

2008-04-24T12:27:00.001-04:00

I laughed out loud by myself.

Star Wars Mix

2008-04-22T14:24:00.001-04:00

So how did your ear pick this out of these 2 songs? Sick.

Audi r8

2008-04-17T01:37:00.001-04:00

Sick! Another nasty set in G town. U should have heard this thing.
Have fun!

Waterfront

2008-04-11T23:10:00.001-04:00

Another amazing day giving us a taste of what's to come. Summer sun,
waterfront, drinks, and skin. It was very clear today that girls are
glad to she'd their coats for dresses and sandals. Everyone get out
there and enjoy it. Be sure to have a drink with Cuca Fresca or Macchu
Pisco. Ask for it. You may be suprised where you will find it!

Don't do this

2008-04-04T23:43:00.000-04:00

So 6 hours, 3 bartenders, and 2 free rounds and this is what we get!!!
That's ridiculous! Don't ever do this again! You're done here!

Mc D's Rap

2008-04-02T23:02:00.001-04:00

I am sure you have all seen this but it still makes me laugh.

Yechon Korean Bar B Q!!

2008-04-02T02:51:00.005-04:00

So in DC we all know there are not many late night places to dine at that we will appreciate the next day without tums. This is not one of them to worry about. Yechon dons a Korean grill in the middle of most tables, they are 24 hours. Let me rest,... (pant pant) Okay, so I devoured probably about 3 lbs of kim chi myself, along with tons of spicy chicken, pork, and amazing choice on beef and tofu. Yes it is a little bit of a drive but I made it there around 15-20 minutes from Chinatown.

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A quickie at Fado's

2008-03-29T23:15:00.000-04:00

Ok u both get unlimited cards for this picture!

Nage Restaurant

2008-03-23T00:00:00.007-04:00

Nage is a great restaurant tucked away in the Grand Marriott at Scott Circle. I met up with Galen Johnson for a little dinner while trying to meet with a business partner. In that time the bartender Matt sent out the "Three tastes and Three Bites." (They are pictured above in the 3 part dish with the 3 wine pairings) The first was a delicate escargot with what seemed to be a little garlic, thyme, basil, and butter sauce. It was paired with an even more delicate SeliniSauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. The second was a grilled calamari with a zesty house made tomato sauce which seemed like it had hints of curry to it. This was paired with FoppianoSangiovese. This wine is awesome. Blended with a little zinfandel and petit syrah. Perfect. The third was a Pancetta remouillade. Pancetta is an Italian salt cured pork similar to American bacon. This was made fresh to order and was damn well worth it. The pork had a beautiful texture with sweet beginning followed by the fontina cheese finish. My second favorite thing that we were sent this evening. This was paired with Steele Cabernet Franc. Again another hit! Great velvety finish to this wine. This pairing that Nage does is a must. Everyone has to try it.

Now as I mentioned I have a second favorite thing that was sent to us, that was the Pancetta Remouillade. Then below you will read about the favorite thing we ordered. Now this is something that Galen insisted that he must send over even though I thought I had ordered too much. I am glad he did because for something we didn't ordered it turned into one of the best surprises of the evening. This of course was the Spinach Ricotta Gnudi with a Smoked Salmon Carbonara, Fresh Peas, Mint, Fresh Horseradish, and American Caviar. WOW! In my opinion, and my opinion only counts to me right now, this is a dish that you have to encounter. No story about it just a demand to try it when you get there.

As for dinner, my partner and I decided to order the Seared Foie Gras. This was prepared very carefully as to not stick and remove the crisp exterior. (Most restaurants can't get this part right, but is desired) It was paired with a Sauterne Gelee, Date Jam, Persimmon, Meyer Lemon Oil, and top with freshly grated Horseradish. This was my favorite dish that we ordered this evening. We then moved onto the Braised Short Ribs With A Bacon, Egg, and Tomato Risotto. The risotto was a great contrast in texture to the Ribs. The Ribs even had a touch of sweetness. This was accompanied by Braised Kale With Turkey Bacon and Mustard Seeds which was delicious and I usually don't care for kale at all.

All in all. This was a great experience and a relief that it wasn't the typical wash of gigantic fusion laiden food that is strewn across the rest of the D.C. area. My compliments.

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Inti Peruvian Restaurant

2008-03-22T23:24:00.003-04:00

In the shade on the patio.

Full Coverage.

Appetizers

The Patio

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Inti has got to be the best Peruvian food in the city. It's located at 18th and swann st nw. Right down the street from adams morgan (18th st) and Florida ave. They have everything from Pisco Sours to ANTICUCHOS DE CORAZON (beef heart with peruvian corn). I have found that my favorite things here are the Yukita Relleno a lo Inti and the Ceviche de Pescado . The Piscos are great and so is the Spanish wine selection. Go by and sit on the patio on a spring day. It definately beats waiting in line at the "big known restaurant" on 18th st. Not that it's any consultation at all, but the food is way better at INTI. Stop by and say hello and look for a younger girl named "Janice". Tell her I sent you by.

Crazy driver!

2008-03-21T22:23:00.001-04:00

Just pulling out of a parking spot in Cleveland Park when I notice
this lady in a z4 with her head down leaving either a huge gap because
she brained out or she is being nice to let me in. I pause them pull
out. After I get in position I get a honk. I turn around like what
now. She shrugs and points at her watch. I roll down my window to see
what's up. She proceeds to tell me that she was in line and she is
late for a 2 oclock appointment. Now I am truly a nice guy most of the
time, so I just laughed it off and posted her up because it was 4
oclock. Sorry 2 hours is not late, u just missedan appointment. And
that only counts if I care and I don't. I hope your reading this too!
Don't slack of and leave the door open for someone to slip in line.
Wake up!

Another Great Mile High Club!

2008-03-21T21:27:00.003-04:00

Spinning

OZ-I'm so pretty!
By the way, what's Neran doing!?

Don't touch my Heine b!tch.... grrrrr!!!!

Bear and Cat

Special Thanks to DJ OZ, Neran, Chris from GO, and Piero Spada. It got packed quick tonight. Seems like one of the best nights in a while. Everyone was out. Alice Chu of Dame Image Consulting and her crew, Kate Yamashita, Janis Leahy Lindsay Zehner, Jennifer Lo, Lauren-Michelle, Pam & Javier & Michael the crew from Matchbox DC, Mark Dizon, Nesko "The Bear", Catherine "Cat", Marcio "The Donkey" Lopes and his people from Hook in Georgetown, Alex & Shannon. Great time!

Last Mile High Club at FLY tonight!!!

2008-03-20T13:22:00.004-04:00

This is it. I have asked, pleaded, begged, black mailed, invited some of you out to FLY on Thursday knowing some of you have to get up early on Friday. I have stood by and understood, but no longer! Get your asses out here tonight. Join me with Chris from GO MAG DC for a 1 way trip. Listen, for all of you day jobbers (I got one too, along with bar tending) follow the steps I have listed below for an easier morning after going out:

1.Before you head out tonight put Advil beside the bed with 2 waters.
2.Set your alarm clock 1 hour before you usually get up.
3.When you get home pop 4 and drink 1.
4.When it goes off pop 4 more and drink the last water.
5.Reset alarm clock for normal wake up time.

If you follow my rules I promise you will join me more often when we do these things.

Now as for everyone else that has been out with me you know tonight we are going out with a bang. So you might wanna follow the rules listed above as well. We got a DJ spinning at FLY and PLAY tonight so you know we are going to be crossing the street a little. Join me, we will stop and raid Julia's Empanadas!!!!

Creative

2008-03-18T09:21:00.000-04:00

Someone needs a hobby!

WTF!

2008-03-16T15:57:00.001-04:00

I have never seen a bike like that before.

Life as a,....

2008-03-09T04:07:00.000-04:00

Wine & liquor rep. Can u fit it all in and live with it till Monday
from last Friday?

Clyde's with Frank & Brian!

2008-03-09T03:09:00.000-04:00

Love the Brian & Frank & Carrissa @ the Clyde's. Its the only way to
do an evening @ clyde's.

Cuca Fresca Tasting!

2008-03-08T17:35:00.000-05:00

Come see me @ Sherry's near the woodley park-Adams Morgan metro
station. Its on the north east corner or Connecticut & calvert. Come
drink with me!

Weng Weng!

2008-03-07T22:25:00.002-05:00

Don't act like you didn't know!

On the Fly

2008-03-07T21:28:00.005-05:00

So I am sure you all have seen the two "On the Fly" smartkarts around the Verizon Center. Diego is located at 8th and H st NW and Smokin' Joe is located at 7th and F st NW. Don't be afraid, they don't sting. Seriously, half of you reading this are the ones that love getting Julia's Empanadas when you are out clubbing. Well guess what! They got 'em. Along with a lot of other really good, and good for you, grub. The staff is insanely fun and easy to talk to. What's great about this idea is, it opens you up to a different and better selection of food in the area you work in. Could you imagine having only your lunch break to get something to eat, when you have an empanada attack in the Chinatown area. I can't see many of you jumping in a cab, or worse the metro, racing over to Adams Morgan or South Dupont to feast on a Chilean to try and make it back in time! You don't have to. These guys bring them right to you. Also, the Carnitas Taco, hands down, the best thing on the kart! Speaking of the SmartKart, it's zero emmissions! It runs completely on electricity. Good to know when these guys are driving them into position for your lunchtime. Stop by and check these guys out! Give your lunch break a little versatility! Oh be kind, and tip.

Get to FLY tonight!

2008-03-06T09:56:00.004-05:00

Click the FLYer to see whats up, or just get in touch with me. You are going to want to be at this one. Don't come bitching,"I saw the photos from FLY on Thursday! You should have told me it was going to be like that!" ~ I did tell you, you know, no excuses, wanna stay on the list!? Show your ass tonight, come play at FLY with me!

Audi's new sexy A5 headlights!

2008-03-06T09:50:00.003-05:00

Yep that's right I shot this while driving, with a school bus beside me, while talking on the phone, and eating a scone! Okay so I did this driving but check out the framing of this shot! You love it! Oh and that A5 in the picture is sick shit huh!?

Veritas Wine Bar

2008-03-04T14:40:00.005-05:00

Sean McCabe (National Sales Cuca Fresca & Macchu Pisco) loves wine but loves to work.

It was good while it lasted!

Shawn, Valentina, Orlando(zengo), Alex(zengo), and Tim(clyde's).

Jennifer(zengo), Valentina, Orlando(where are your hands?), Alex, and Tim.
Empty Champagne Bucket!

So Veritas was a hit! Located on the NW corner of Florida and Connecticut, it's a prime spot for something different. Jamie, the bartender, was very informative and better yet was a great guy to allow our drunk asses to hang out and drink 3 bottles after we had just had 4 bottles at Bistrot du Coin. (Bistrot du Coin musts are the Steak Tartar and the Champagne. The mark up was nothing. Dom '96 was only $150!!!)

Now back to Veritas. When you go the Gorgonzola, Humboldt, Manchego, and Chimay cheeses are a must. Perfect examples of what they should taste like. The Chicken Liver Mousse, Pork Tenderloin, and the Pheasant were surprisingly perfect with a bottle of Prosecco. Tell Jamie we said Hi!

International Wine & Food Festival

2008-03-04T14:27:00.003-05:00

The main floor.

Valentina enjoying more and more crab.

Jet Blue was there, doing, I don't know but it was fun when drinking!

Valentina, Alex, and Orlando having some "samples"!

Shannon (Poste) sad about his empty glass.

The festival was definitely a fun thing to do with a whole Sunday off and a bunch of friends around. Some of the wines were very "grocery" others were ones still looking to be picked up by a distributer in the the States. We all thought the wines of Alejandro Galli of Carbe LLC were the best. Especially the Argentinian Avieso Torrontes and the Camino de los 7 Lagos Gran Reserva. If you are interested send him an email and tell Alejandro that Shawn sent you!

charice.pempengco

2008-03-01T20:30:00.004-05:00

By the way, this girl does not speak one word of english!

New.Condo?

2008-03-01T19:56:00.003-05:00

Jenn and I are still looking for a condo. This one was perfect on the inside but the neighborhood is a little ehhh. Oh and it's not near a metro but it's so us. It's located on 5832 Georgia Ave NW. Gerard is awesome. Check out his company Urban Land. So if you see one like this let us know.

Meridian

2008-03-01T19:32:00.004-05:00

After checking out the condos on Missouri and Georgia I headed downstairs to the area's newest restaurant Meridian. Here is what Tom Sietsema of The Washington Post had to say about it. REVIEW

I personally was surprised. Chef Michael Roberston, once of Zola, did an amazing job that evening. The baby spinach salad was a hit, but the Red Stripe Red Snapper was a perfect blend of all sensory parts of the palette.

Murasaki

2008-03-01T18:51:00.004-05:00

Okay very quickly. If anyone is looking for really good sushi here in the district and you are tired of the same old place then you have to check out Murasaki. The rolls were sick! If you want to take a look over what the have to offer just follow the link. MENU
Don't just trust what I have to say about this place. Check out what Nancy Lewis over at Washington Post had to say about Murasaki. REVIEW

LeMans M3

2008-03-01T02:57:00.005-05:00

So everyone loves BMW. Some people are scared of the number 13 and some love it! (Like me!) Well M is the 13th letter and it's not unlucky and neither are their M series cars. Few of us own such a beast. Most just dream of riding in one. No one will deny what BMW has done to the newest of the M3's is just sick! Check out how they have one up'd the race scene:

BMW has unwrapped a new racing version of the M3, designed to compete in the2009 American Le Mans Series in partnership with Rahal Letterman Racing.

The racing car, prepared by BMW M GmbH, features a P65 motorsports version of the M3's 4.0-liter V8, boosted from 414 to 485 horsepower and from 295 to 368 pound-feet of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed sequential racing transmission with a carbon-fiber clutch and a mechanical limited-slip differential.

The chassis also has been race-tuned. The track has been widened, and the car is fitted with five-way adjustable shocks and tubular stabilizer bars front and rear, as well as oversize brakes and 18-inch racing tires mounted on alloy wheels.

BMW has lightened the car through extensive use of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic for the hood, roof, deck lid, front fenders, rear wheel arches, rear apron and rear wing. Curb weight is 2,535 pounds.
The company has enlisted such development drivers as Andy Priaulx, Jörg Müller and Augusto Farfus to test the car before its competition debut in 2009

Fly on Thursdays!

2008-02-28T23:35:00.002-05:00

DJ OZ!!!

If your reading about it your not there and I frown on you! Every
fucking Thursday get it!!!!

Breakfast in the city.

2008-02-28T10:54:00.000-05:00

I walked in just a few minutes short of eggs over easy with bacon. Oh
well!

New toy

2008-02-28T03:59:00.001-05:00

Sick' glow in the dark toy with extra accessories! Wait till you see
what j.lo.

I am very sad!!!

2008-02-28T03:38:00.001-05:00

That is the last time I will stand in the kickballers store. Amazing I
was there for yet another event. Brian T. Was talking about the
colaboration board with Shut NYC. I will miss you guys but let the
online store flourish. Love.

I am crazy happy!

2008-02-28T03:28:00.002-05:00

Today was an interesting one. Preston left for Orlando, FL. via train. La Tasca came online with Cuca Fresca! INTI restaurant signed up with me. We all went and said our final good-byes to the store front of kickballersdc(.com). Jenn got this sick, very different, Kid Robot hoodie. (#43 of 258). This got me thinking of a very rare Insa Kid Robot collaboration hoodie. There are only 75 of the black and 75 of the pink. I found one of my favorite artist's piece online tonight! In my size in the UK!!! I am sick happy!!! Neran is gonna be shocked! Now I gotta go buy that hat from him! Check out what I will be repping soon!

You were sleeping, so I left you sleeping.

2008-02-25T15:24:00.001-05:00

The gym must have worn you out this morning. Rest, don't fight the
traffic. I will be home soon. Muah.

Bistro Francais Again!!!

2008-02-25T01:20:00.004-05:00

Love being able to get great French food so late when everything in DC closes so early. Come to Georgetown they serve till 3am but drinks have to gone by 2.

Great Sunday Night at Matchbox

2008-02-24T23:48:00.001-05:00

Jennifer, Alex, Shannon, & Valantino chilling with some tasty beverages.

One of the latest editions

2008-02-24T16:00:00.001-05:00

Right now above our bed, not for sale. Sorry, contact jenn if your
interested. www.jennlo.com or check out my links on the side of the
page.

Saturday night at Tattoo

2008-02-24T15:00:00.002-05:00

What a crazy evening! Preston and I rocked out at this "so-not-dc"
club. Its, in my opinion perfect. Great bar staff, perfect blend of
rock, hiphop, & throw backs. The décor sets it apart from the dives
we all frequent. Its upscale so be prepared to sink $$$$ when or if
you get in.

Special thanks to Rain for the drinks.
Super thanks to Michael Romeo getting us in with a line running to Lima.

Dinner @ Beck's

2008-02-23T18:01:00.000-05:00

First Post.

At work a buddy of mine strolls in before starting his shift & reminds
me of a beer I miss. "De Koninck" we do not carry this beer anymore,
but it lingered on my mind until I clock out and took myself to
Beck's. Try this beer and ask for Todd (bartender) at Beck's.

Online

2008-02-16T03:06:00.000-05:00

You are either becoming a stalker, or you will never return.